Her devastated parents have now spoken for the first time since her death, speaking of their heart break at the loss of their daughter.

Sophie’s parents, Colin and Deborah Gradon, issued a statement to Press Association, saying: "It has been one week since we lost our precious daughter and we as a family are still coming to terms with our sudden loss.

Sophie Gradon pictured as a child with father Colin Gradon [Sophie Gradon/Instagram ]

Sophie Gradon with dad Colin during a trip to Dubai [Sophie Gradon/Instagram ]

"Our hearts are broken. We wish to say our goodbyes to Sophie in private so we ask that you respect our family’s privacy during this arduous time."

Sophie Gradon's Love Island co-stars have spoken out about the importance of mental health awareness as it has been reported that the star took her own life.

The 32 year old was found dead at her parents' home on 20 June.

Sophie Gradon is said to have 'taken her own life' last week [Instagram/ Aaron Armstrong]

Love Island's Sophie Gradon appeared on the show in 2016 [ITV2]

A spokesperson for Northumbria Police confirmed at the time that there were "not believed to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding her death."

According to The Mirror an inquest will be open and adjourned tomorrow.

In a statement, ITV paid tribute to the Love Island 2016 star, saying: "The whole ITV2 and Love Island team are profoundly saddened to hear the news about Sophie, and our deepest sympathies and thoughts go to her family and friends."

Love Island shows tribute to Sophie Gradon [Love Island/ITV]

Caroline Flack also paid tribute to the late star on this week’s episode of After Sun, saying: “Tragically this week we lost a beautiful soul in Sophie Gradon.